Statistical Methods in Quantum Optics Vol. 1 : Master Equations and Fokker-Planck Equations

Carmichael, Howard J.

ISBN 10: 3540548823 / ISBN 13: 9783540548829

Editore: Springer Berlin / Heidelberg, 1998

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• Titolo: Statistical Methods in Quantum Optics Vol. 1 : Master Equations and Fokker-Planck Equations
• Editore: Springer Berlin / Heidelberg
• Data di pubblicazione: 1998
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 3540548823
• ISBN 13: 9783540548829
• Rilegatura: Rilegato
• Condizione: Very Good
• Peso: 3,549 libbre

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This is the first of a two-volume presentation on current research problems in quantum optics, and will serve as a standard reference in the field for many years to come. The book provides an introduction to the methods of quantum statistical mechanics used in quantum optics and their application to the quantum theories of the single-mode laser and optical bistability. The generalized representations of Drummond and Gardiner are discussed together with the more standard methods for deriving Fokker-Planck equations.

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The book provides an introduction to the methods of quantum statistical mechanics used in quantum optics and their application to the quantum theories of the single-mode laser and optical bistability. The generalized representations of Drummond and Gardiner are discussed together with the more standard methods for deriving Fokker--Planck equations. Particular attention is given to the theory of optical bistability formulated in terms of the positive P-representation, and the theory of small bistable systems. This is a textbook at an advanced graduate level. It is intended as a bridge between an introductory discussion of the master equation method and problems of current research.